Job Description
The Assistant Manager, Vocational Training & Employment Support will oversee the development, implementation and evaluation of vocational training and employment programmes for neurodiverse adults.
The role involves working closely with learners, families, trainers, employers, community partners and internal teams to identify individual strengths, develop employment readiness, facilitate workplace exposure and support successful employment and retention.
The successful candidate should be passionate about inclusive employment and able to translate individual abilities and interests into practical vocational and employment opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
Employment & Vocational Development
Develop and manage vocational training and employment programmes for neurodiverse adults.
Assess individual strengths, skills and interests to develop suitable employment pathways.
Develop pathways from training and workplace readiness to job placement and retention.
Match individuals to suitable job roles and provide appropriate workplace support.
Employer & Partnership Development
Build relationships with employers, industry partners, training providers and community organisations.
Develop opportunities for internships, job-shadowing, workplace exposure and employment.
Facilitate interviews, work trials and job placements.
Promote workplace inclusion and support employers in understanding neurodiversity.
Workplace Support & Coaching
Oversee workplace coaching and employment support.
Support individuals in adapting to workplace expectations and resolving workplace challenges.
Monitor employment progress, retention and workplace independence.
Work with job coaches, trainers, families and employers to provide effective support.
Training & Staff Development
Develop vocational and workplace-readiness training materials.
Train and mentor employment coaches and vocational trainers.
Guide staff in delivering consistent and individualised employment support.
Programme & Outcome Management
Monitor programme outcomes including training, placements, employment retention and workplace independence.
Maintain accurate records and prepare reports on programme progress.
Use outcomes and feedback to continuously improve programmes.
Family & Caregiver Engagement
Work with families and caregivers to support individual employment goals.
Provide guidance on employment pathways, workplace expectations and progress.
Encourage greater independence and meaningful participation in the workforce.
Requirements
Diploma/Degree in Special Education, Psychology, Social Work, Education, or related fields.
Minimum
3 years of relevant experience
in vocational training, employment services, disability services, special education or career development.
Experience working with persons with disabilities or neurodiverse individuals is preferred.
Strong employer engagement, communication, coaching and programme management skills.
Passionate about inclusive employment and creating meaningful opportunities for neurodiverse adults.
Connexions Integrated Learning Hub - Empowering Today, Shaping Tomorrow.
Connexions Integrated Learning Hub is Singapore’s first comprehensive, outcome-focused centre dedicated to supporting young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who have higher support needs. Designed specifically for individuals aged 18 and above, the hub offers holistic, person-centred solutions that bridge the gaps between intervention, wellness, independence, and meaningful work.
We focus on four core areas:
- Specialised Intervention: Addressing emotional regulation, communication, and behavioural needs through targeted therapeutic support.
- Life Skills Training: Building daily living and decision-making capabilities.
- Vocational Skills Development: Equipping individuals with hands-on, purposeful skills.
- Community Integration: Enabling smoother transitions into society with dignity and support.
Our supported transition services go beyond job placement. We prioritise job retention, emotional wellness, and tailored guidance to help each person overcome personal and social barriers.
At the heart of Connexions is a commitment to self-development and relationships. Our programs are designed not just to teach, but to nurture connections with peers, families, workplaces, and the broader community.
We are located in One Holland Village Mall, right where the action is on the ground floor of the bustling mall, so our learners can grow in the community. We believe in walking the talk when it comes to social development and real-world inclusion.